Our Guide to a Pet Friendly Diwali 2026
Are you ready for Diwali 2026? With celebrations and Diwali fireworks planned across Auckland and beyond, this 5-day festival is set to be just as
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6 Steps to Pet Photography Purr-fection this Easter
Happy Easter! Let’s celebrate with hot-cross buns, friends, family, and pets. The only thing as fun as making happy memories in the first place is looking back at them in picture-purr-fect snapshots down the line. And of course, nothing’s cuter than our very own pawsome pets. So, without further ado,
Road Tripping with Your Pet: A Guide
Driving holidays, whether short or long ones, are the best. We’re big fans of pets here in New Zealand, so it makes sense that we’d be big fans of pet travel too. Holidays are just better with your best friend in the passenger seat. And by that, we mean your
My Dog and Cat Are Fighting – Help!
Good news! The belief that cats and dogs are natural mortal enemies is a myth. This is according to Jackson Galaxy of Animal Planet’s “Cats vs Dogs,” at least. So if your dog and cat are fighting, you’re not doomed. It turns out, there’s no reason why Felix and Fido
Is My Dog Scared? Here’s How To Tell
Is my dog scared even though I think he’s happy? Other than those obviously overjoyed moments of all-out-love jumping and extreme tail wagging, how do you actually know if your dog is feeling fear or anxiety? Perhaps dogs communicate through some secret canine Morse code, with special signals? If so,
Why Do Dogs Bite?
There has been a spate of reports of dogs biting humans lately. And the situation seems to be getting worse. Often, these incidents happen in the home or in everyday situations. Serious dog bites are traumatic for everybody involved, from the human victims to the dogs who have been failed
Flying with Pets this Easter
Are you longing for a holiday which involves flying with pets? You’re not the only one! Since the start of the COVID pandemic, many of us have strengthened our bonds with our pets. We’re used to being at home with them for longer time periods. And you might even have
The Best Puppy Games To Play
Is there anything cuter than the puppy zoomies? We think not. Playing games with your puppy (or dog) is all part of the bonding process. And a fun part at that! But what are the best puppy games for the two of you to get stuck into? We look at
Why do cats purr?
There’s little more satisfying than a cat sitting on your lap, contently purring away like a tractor. But if you’ve ever found yourself wondering why cats purr, you’re not alone. We’ve asked the “why do cats purr?” question too. Especially after finding out cats mostly meow just to talk to
Putting a Pet to Sleep: When is Euthanasia Humane?
Putting a pet to sleep can be devastating. You’re saying goodbye to your beloved companion. It’s not an easy decision. In addition to feelings of grief and loss, there will most likely also be feelings of doubt and even guilt. However, sometimes it might be the most humane thing to
Labrador Personality and Profile: Top Dog Breeds in NZ
At the very top of the top dog breeds in New Zealand, Labrador Retrievers are a firm favourite with Kiwis across the country. And it’s easy to see why. That Labrador personality is impossible not to love. Plus, they’re a family-appropriate dog choice. To celebrate the most popular dog in